MANILA, Philippines - It’s boy-meets-girl this holiday 2013 as Charles & Keith releases a line of footwear and accessories inspired by the masculinity and sharpness of a man’s style. It’s a man’s world for the last quarter of the year, as the models on the runways and the chic masses of the streets rest their floral dresses and feminine prints and embrace a more modern and sleek look. Take a fashion cue from the boys and look clean and tailored with menswear-inspired trends from the Preppy Student, the Tough Soldier, the Ultramodern Astronaut and the Old School Explorer.
Be the coolest cat in the schoolyard with the Preppy Student. Tap into that schoolboy trend with a white long-sleeved button-down, a pair of black or khaki high-waist shorts, and complete that preppy look with Charles & Keith’s color-block lace-up oxford shoes and a quilted backpack. Maintain a subtle sense of femininity with a wide range of heel heights on loafers and oxfords.
For the Tough Soldier, gear up for battle with footwear and accessories with studs, chains, buckles, and leather details. Knee-high boots command attention, while studded clutches and leather cuffs are the fashion authority for accessories.
Ultramodern Astronaut advances the metallic trend and mirrors the coolness of space rangers with elements of high-shine and reflective surfaces. A boyfriend blazer, a striped skirt, and a pair of Charles & Keith must-have silver lucite (clear) wedges goes above and beyond this futuristic trend.
Take a fashion voyage back to the Old School Explorer trend with timeless pieces furthered by a touch of wild adventure. Materials of faux python skin, calf leather, and animal hide in classic constructions of ankle boots, heels, and shoulder bags highlight the artisanal trend. The animalistic details from a full print snakeskin sling bag and a pair of camel booties bring out the rustic countryside feel of a classic boyfriend jeans and a plain white tee combo.
Man up with the four menswear-inspired trends of Charles & Keith Winter 2013 collection at any of the following establishments: Abreeza Mall, Alabang Town Center, Ayala Center Cebu, Bonifacio Global City, Eastwood Mall, Festival Supermall, Gateway Mall, Glorietta 3, Greenbelt 5, Greenhills The Shoppes, Lucky Chinatown Mall, MarQuee Mall, Power Plant Mall, Robinsons Magnolia, Robinsons Place Manila, Shangri-La Plaza East Wing, SM Aura, SM Cebu, SM Manila, SM City Masinag, SM Megamall, SM North EDSA, SM City San Lazaro, SM South Mall, Ayala TriNoma Mall, Newport City, SM Mall of Asia, SM Iloilo, SM Pampanga, Harbor Point, and SM Lanang.